Surry & Yadkin Counties: Future Ready Manufacturing Workshop

In partnership with NC State University and Surry Community College, this workshop will help manufacturers prepare for the future through insights on automation, AI, emerging technologies, workforce development, and supply chain strategies. Participants will learn about regional resources designed to support innovation, growth, and long-term competitiveness.

EVENT DETAILS

• Date: March 25, 2026
• Time: 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
• Location: The Small Business Center
  • 190 Virginia St., Mount Airy, 27030
• Includes breakfast and lunch!

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS

• Expert insights on automation, AI, and future-ready manufacturing
• Overview of industry expansion and business support resources
• Workforce development programs including Registered Apprenticeships and training
• Networking with regional manufacturers and industry leaders

WORKSHOP SPEAKERS

• Phil Mintz, Ph.D.
  • Executive Director of NC State University Industry Expansion Services (IES)
•  KeAnne Hoeg
  • Interim Director, North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership
  • Director, Data Management Systems, Supplier Matching & Reporting
• Corey Easter
  • Business and Industry Support Services, Surry Community College
• Linda Robinson, PMP
  • Registered Apprenticeship Consultant ApprenticeshipNC
• Crystal Folger-Hawks
  • Executive Director, Surry-Yadkin Works

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Operations Staff, Facility Maintenance Managers, Production Leads, Engineers, HR Professionals

Future Ready Manufacturing March 25, 2026